Garmin Pilot version 2.1 for Android is now available for download in Google Play! This release includes stability and performance enhancements and improvements, including better display support for 7" tablets, like the Google Nexus 7. This is a free update for current subscribers, and we recommend that all users download the update. For those who have yet to try the app, take advantage of the free 30 day trial to test out these new features!

Other enhancements with this update include:

• A revised download screen to show more details in the download queue, offer Download All and Update All options and allow the user to view stoarge capacity.
• The addition of many new data types to the Weather Map layer. Users can select the desired data type using the button in the lower right of the map.
• Higher zoom levels on all maps.
• The user's GPS position is now represented by a blue dot that changes to an airplane when moving.
• The addition of an External GPS settings screen, which is used to connect directly to external GPS devices, like the Garmin GLO. This simplifies
  connection management, and with this change the third
  party Bluetooth GPS application is no longer required.

Source: Garmin
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GlobalSat is launching the following Global Positioning System (GPS) products in North America (and in other contry of the world) in July 2007:

1. GlobalSat DG-100 GPS Data Logger
2. GlobalSat BT-359CS Bluetooth GPS Receiver
3. GlobalSat GH-615M GPS Sports Watch

Using a similarly competitive pricing and localized support that has made them a leader in the industry, GlobalSat Technology is quietly expanding and refining its product line, leaving an indelible footprint in the GPS marketplace.

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TomTom today reveals its new TomTom GO range – the TomTom GO 720 and TomTom GO 520. Ground breaking new technology allowing for daily map improvements and a host of new features, such as speech recognition, have been combined into one compact and stylish design, providing drivers with the ultimate driving experience.

“The new TomTom GO range sets the standard in smart car navigation,” says Harold Goddijn, TomTom’s chief executive officer. “With this introduction, we are making unique new features and technologies available to our users to deliver the highest performing, most cutting-edge satellite navigation solutions available on the market today. Our unique TomTom Map Share™ technology uses the power of our large installed user base for the benefit of all our users.”

The new TomTom GO range features a new elegant slim design with high quality finish, making it fit perfectly in any car or shirt pocket. The large 4.3 inch touch screen has TomTom’s renowned easy-to-use and intuitive user interface with 3D graphics, including building footprints, that ensures drivers have an even better overview of their surroundings.

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Magellan has announced the worldwide introduction of the Maestro 3100 and Maestro 3140 portable vehicle navigation devices. These extend the Maestro family’s’ thin, elegant design and new intuitive user interface to a new form factor that offers a 3.5 inch QVGA display. The Maestro 3140 delivers advanced navigation capabilities, including Bluetooth and text-to-speech, while the Maestro 3100 delivers the best navigation experience in a price category that affords more drivers the opportunity to travel with the convenience and confidence Magellan navigation systems provide.

These newest members of the Maestro family expand the Magellan auto navigation line, building on recent introductions of the Maestro 4000 series, Magellan RoadMate 2000 series, and CrossoverGPS, and giving customers an assortment of quality products. Read all »

Globalsat announced today the new BT-359, a next generation gps with Bluetooth 2.0 technology.
GlobalSat BT-359 utilizes the integrated SiRFStar III (WAAS and Egnos enabled) Low Power Chipset with 20-channel architecture for high sensitivity and fast acquisition.

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Today Garmin announced the StreetPilot 2820, a new automotive and motorcycle navigation device with Bluetooth wireless connectivity, a hands-free calling interface and map data provided by NAVTEQ

The Bluetooth wireless technology makes it possible for automotive and motorcycle consumers to take advantage of hands-free calling with a full user interface. Customers may retrieve and dial numbers using their phone’s contact list or from the phone’s call history log. A user can also make calls from the StreetPilot 2820‘s huge points of interest database that includes hotels, restaurants, stores, and much more.

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